Methylphenidate
Methylphenidate is a form of stimulant medication, also known as methylphenidylacetate hydrochloride.
It is sold under various brand names including Concerta, Metadate, Methylin, Ritalin and Rubifen.
Stimulant medications affect the action of certain chemicals in the brain, allowing us to control how we pay attention and organise our behaviour.
Some people believe that methylphenidate can be used with some individuals with autism to reduce problem behaviours, such as hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention.
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